Senior / Public Health Officer (Programmes and Partnerships)

Communicable Diseases Agency

Fixed Terms

Closing on 25 Jul 2025

What the role is

You will be part of a team responsible for translating the policies and strategies of the HIV, Hepatitis and STI (HHS) Division into actionable programmes and projects. This involves working closely with a diverse range of stakeholders and partners to implement interventions aimed at controlling HIV and STIs and eliminating viral hepatitis C in Singapore. You will be responsible for planning and implementing key initiatives, such as training and outreach programmes. The position also involves data management and reporting, where the job holder will collect and analyse data from programme activities to assess their impact and effectiveness to inform strategic decisions and policy formulations. Additionally, the role involves educational outreach and public health messaging, where the job holder will assist in developing and disseminating educational materials and campaigns to promote health awareness and encourage participation in prevention and treatment programmes. Overall, the role demands a proactive approach, strong collaboration skills.

You will be working in a fast-paced and dynamic environment that would require the ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders at the same time.

What you will be working on

Management of the clinical Enhanced HIV Programmes, the National STI Programme and DSC Clinic, as well as clinical and other partner sites for the Hepatitis C Elimination Programme
Issuance of agreements and budgets, monitoring of key performance indicators, co-creation of programmes with monitoring and evaluation
Conceptualisation, development and conduct of education and outreach programmes aimed at increasing awareness of the relevant diseases to increase testing and treatment, and reduction of stigma
Management and conducting of research projects

What we are looking for

Minimum tertiary qualifications in recognised disciplines, preferably in Public Health, Health Information Management, Social Sciences, or a related field
Knowledge of the healthcare landscape in Singapore, particularly in HIV, hepatitis C, and STI management, would be advantageous
Experience in public health programme management, stakeholder engagement, or related areas would also be advantageous
Ability to navigate the complexities of public health initiatives, including managing multiple projects, engaging with diverse stakeholders, and ensuring the successful implementation of health programmes
Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines

As part of the shortlisting process for this role, candidates may be required to complete a medical declaration and/or undergo further assessment

About Communicable Diseases Agency

The Communicable Diseases Agency (CDA) was established in 2025 as a statutory board under Singapore's Ministry of Health (MOH) to serve as the central authority for public health policymaking to manage and control the threat of communicable diseases. This is aimed at strengthening Singapore's public health capabilities built during the COVID-19 response to ensure a unified command and coordinated approach across all situations, from routine disease control to future outbreaks. CDA safeguards the nation from communicable diseases through disease surveillance, outbreak investigations, vaccination programs, public education, and global health collaboration. Beyond domestic activities, the CDA aims to expand Singapore’s global outreach and foster collaboration with international partners.